Hello, fabulous folks of the Forest City! If you’re 55+ and ready to squeeze every drop of fun out of summer 2025, buckle up—London, Ontario, has a smorgasbord of activities that’ll keep you giggling, grooving, and maybe even winning a pickleball match or two. Forget the rocking chair; this summer, we’re rocking the city! Here’s…
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This summer, our facilitator and instructor training sessions will be held at mid day. This allows for those who have daytime working hours to join us for a lunch n learn. June Noon Hour Sessions: These instructor workshops (ZOOM) are targeted to organizations and individuals in Southwestern Ontario who provide programming for older adults both…
Older adults are developing creative strategies to earn extra income in retirement by selling art, crafts, and creative services. These activities can be enjoyable and profitable for seniors who need or want to improve their social and economic wellbeing. One low income older adult in the Creative Age Training Program stated “An extra six hundred…
As we age, our lives and interests change. Libraries provide an opportunity to stay engaged in our communities by offering creative aging programs that cater to the intellectual needs and creative interests of older adults. Library programs provide a safe and welcoming space for the seniors to come together, learn new skills, and enjoy the…
Nestled along Oxford Street West in London, Ontario, Cherryhill Village Mall is a charming relic of a bygone era. Built in 1969 and originally known as Westown Mall, this shopping centre has evolved over the decades into a beloved community hub. The mall has undergone several renovations, yet it retains an unmistakable old-timey vibe that…
Our facilitators, instructors and members take great delight in challenging stereotypes about seniors. Many believe that older adults are stuck in their ways and they avoid trying new things. The creative aging programs designed by seniors for seniors challenges stereotypes about aging and promotes the idea that individuals can continue to grow, learn, and contribute to…
London, Ontario, is gearing up for an exciting 2025 festival season, and seniors will find plenty of events designed with their interests in mind. London Senior’s Summer Festival One highlight is the London Seniors’ Summer Festival, tentatively slated for mid-July in Victoria Park. This annual event celebrates the contributions of older adults with a mix…
We’re taking a winter break, but we’ll be back with new programs in 2025. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all in our creative community. The world is not well, but may we all find some winter peace within.